COIMBATORE: A 47-year-old devotee from Kempatti Colony in Coimbatore city died while climbing the hills leading to the Velliangiri temple on Sunday night. This is the third death reported while climbing the hills through the forest path this season, whereas nine devotees died due to various reasons in 2025 between February and May. Police sources say one of the doctors who was also trekking along with other devotees noticed Haridass lying on the path. As there was no pulse, the doctor advised Haridass' friends to contact the police and the forest department staff in the foothills. The Alandurai police and the personnel of the Boluvampatti forest range deputed dolly bearers to bring down the body to the foothill.

Source: Indian Express March 10, 2026 04:58 UTC